APNI Young African Phosphorus Fellowship 2026

Overview

APNI awards up to five fellowships of USD 5,000 each to early-career African scientists conducting innovative research on phosphorus management in African agroecosystems. Recipients carry out their proposed research project at their home institution and may use funds for new field or lab research, data synthesis, or travel to collaborative institutions. The program targets knowledge gaps in phosphorus management across field crops and tree crop systems across the continent. Female scientists are especially encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• USD 5,000 fellowship award per recipient
• Up to five fellowships awarded each cycle
• Funds may cover research costs, travel, data synthesis, or publication expenses
• Recognition as an APNI Young African Fellow, with inclusion in the APNI network

Eligibility

• Full-time scientists at an African NARES institution or university
• PhD already completed (postdoctoral researchers eligible; PhD students are not)
• Must submit a creative, original research proposal on phosphorus management in African agroecosystems
• Two letters of support required, including one from the direct supervisor
• CV must list date of birth, academic degrees, and relevant P-related publications
• Female scientists especially encouraged

How to apply

Complete the online application at apni.net/P-Fellowship-apply. Upload the research proposal, two signed letters of support on official institutional letterhead, and a CV with date of birth, degrees, and P-related publications. Send queries to info@apni.net. The deadline is 7 July 2026.